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<p>Sarah Shahi, an American television actress, was born <a href="/biography/sarah-shahi">Aahoo Jahansouz “Sarah” Shahi</a> on January 10, 1980, in Euless, Texas. She is of Iranian and Spanish descent and is known to be a descendant of 19th-century <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Persian_language">Persian</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fath-Ali_Shah_Qajar">monarch</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fath-Ali_Shah_Qajar">Fath-Ali Shah</a> of the Qajar dynasty. A former NFL cheerleader, Shahi transitioned into acting and built a successful career in television and film.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Heritage</h2>

<p>Sarah Shahi is the <a href="/biography/sarah-shahi">daughter</a> of Abbas Jahansouz Shahi and Mah Monir. Her parents divorced when she was young. She has two siblings: an older brother named Cyrus and a younger sister named Samantha. Her father, who once worked at a high-ranking position at the American Embassy in Iran, moved the family to the United States before the Iranian Revolution.</p>

<p>As a descendant of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fath-Ali_Shah_Qajar">Fath-Ali Shah Qajar</a> and one of his wives, Begom Khanom, Shahi was raised bilingual, speaking both <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Persian_language">Persian</a> and English. She adopted the name “Sarah” in the second grade after experiencing bullying due to her birth name. She began participating in beauty pageants at the age of eight, an early sign of her interest in public performance.</p>

<h2>Education and Cheerleading Career</h2>

<p>Shahi attended Trinity High School in Euless, Texas, where she served as captain of both the basketball and volleyball teams. She later studied English and Theater at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. In 1999, pursuing her interest in performance and entertainment, Shahi joined the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, serving on the squad during the 1999–2000 season. She appeared on the cover of the team’s 2000 swimsuit calendar and was crowned Miss Fort Worth during this period.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>

<p>Sarah Shahi married <a href="/biography/steve-howey">actor</a> <a href="/biography/steve-howey">Steve Howey</a> in Las Vegas. The couple welcomed their first son on July 8, 2009, born during a home water birth. On March 1, 2015, they had twins—a daughter named Violet Moon and a son named Knox Blue. Though the couple eventually separated, Shahi continues to actively co-parent her children.</p>

<p>In 2012, she was ranked number 36 on Maxim magazine’s “Hot 100” list, further solidifying her status as a recognized television personality and model.</p>

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<h2>Acting Career and Breakthrough Roles</h2>

<p>Shahi's entry into acting began while working in Texas on the set of the film <em>Dr. T & the Women</em>, where she met <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Altman">director</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Altman">Robert Altman</a>. He encouraged her to relocate to Hollywood, which proved to be a major turning point in her career. She went on to secure roles in several television series including <em>Alias</em>, <em><a href="/biography/reba-mcentire">Reba</a></em>, <em>Dawson’s Creek</em>, and <em>Supernatural</em>. She gained further recognition with her portrayal of Carmen in the groundbreaking Showtime drama <em>The L Word</em>.</p>

<p>She continued to build her television career with appearances in <em>Sleeper Cell</em>, HBO’s <em>The Sopranos</em>, and the acclaimed episode "<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kennedy_and_Heidi">Kennedy and Heidi</a>". In 2007, she landed her first leading television role as homicide detective Dani Reese in the NBC crime drama <em>Life</em>, co-starring <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Damian_Lewis">Damian Lewis</a>. The series ran for two seasons, receiving critical praise.</p>

<h2>Mainstream Success and Recent Projects</h2>

<p>In 2012, Shahi joined the cast of NBC's <em>Chicago Fire</em> in a recurring role as Renée Royce, a love interest for <a href="/biography/taylor-kinney">Taylor Kinney</a>’s <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly_Severide">character</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly_Severide">Lt.</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kelly_Severide">Kelly Severide</a>. That same year, she began portraying Sameen Shaw on the CBS hit series <em>Person of Interest</em>, becoming a series regular by its third season in 2013. This role earned her critical acclaim for her portrayal of a skilled government operative with a complex personality.</p>

<p>In addition to television, Shahi has appeared in feature films such as <em>Rush Hour 3</em> and the 2012 action film <em>Bullet to the Head</em>, where she played the daughter of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sylvester_Stallone">Sylvester Stallone</a>’s character. Her versatility and dedication to her craft have made her a respected figure in the entertainment industry.</p>

<h2>Public Presence and Net Worth</h2>

<p>Sarah Shahi maintains a strong presence on social media platforms, including Twitter and Instagram, where she engages with a large fan base. As of recent estimates, her net worth is approximately $3 million, bolstered by steady roles in television and film. Her career, characterized by determination and adaptability, continues to evolve with new projects and performances.</p>

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